Louisiana Democratic Party credits grassroots activists for defeat of four constitutional amendments

BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's Democratic Party credited grassroots activists after the state voted no on four constitutional amendments over the weekend. Party leaders also pushed back against Gov. Jeff Landry's claims that "Soros and far-left …

Despite Texas defendant’s death in Louisiana prison, lawmakers unlikely to end reliance on out-of-state lockups

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. One year after Harris County criminal defendant Jaleen Anderson died in a Louisiana prison, some Texas lawmakers want more …

For the first time, Michelin Guide to include New Orleans, cities across Louisiana

Last month, Time Out named New Orleans the best food city in the world. On Wednesday, the Michelin Guide announced it will review restaurants in New Orleans and across Louisiana for the first time, further positioning the state as a top destination for …

Louisiana focuses on building leadership in spring football

LAFAYETTE — Two weeks into spring football, the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns are deep in preparation for the 2025 season. While position battles won’t be decided just yet, head coach Michael Desormeaux is using this time to evaluate the identity of his team. …

Jurors deliberate in landmark trial seeking billions from oil industry over Louisiana coastal damage

A Plaquemines Parish jury began deliberations on Thursday after scorching closing arguments in a four-week trial that could result in Chevron paying $2.6 billion in damages to restore coastal wetlands. The landmark case is being closely watched since it is …

2 men booked on armed robbery after short-lived Kenner chase, Louisiana State Police say

Two men were arrested within roughly an hour of allegedly stealing a Dodge Charger at gunpoint in Plum Orchard, Louisiana State Police said Thursday.  It was at least the third Louisiana State Police chase to end in a collision and arrests in the New …

Two people presumed dead after small plane crashes in a marshy area in Louisiana

Ronald McDonald House Charities expands to serve more families in Arkansas and Louisiana

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Arkansas and North Louisiana has announced a merger with RMHC of Arkoma, uniting their efforts to better serve families in need. The merger, effective immediately, aims to enhance the …

See Sans Souci Gallery's re-opened space featuring some of Louisiana’s finest artisans

With hopes of creating a better experience for observers, Sans Souci Gallery is re-opening in a new space in Lafayette with a fresh look.  The gallery has a large selection of handmade art that features contemporary pottery, clothing, jewelry, paintings …

Louisiana Bracing For Another Round of Severe Weather

Spring in south Louisiana has started with several rounds of severe thunderstorms, and another round of bad weather is on the way. Last weekend, we saw flooding in several areas of Acadiana, and this round of thunderstorms could bring more flash flooding, …